Shanghai

Shanghai-Backed Conflux Blockchain Wants to Bring DeFi to China

The company told CoinDesk that even though ICOs and fiat-to-crypto trading are not allowed in China, crypto-to-crypto trading is not banned.

Markets  ·  24 March 2021

Shanghai Government Invests $5M in Blockchain Startup Conflux

The Shanghai government has invested over $5 million in Conflux while putting the project on a list of 57 companies that focus on emerging technologies.

Business  ·  12 January 2021
China

Blockchain Startup Conflux to Get Shanghai Government Funding for Research Institute

Shanghai will open a blockchain research center by the end of December with substantial investment, even as China’s government continues to crack down on crypto-related businesses.

Business  ·  17 December 2019
Regulation

Shanghai Stock Exchange: New Regulation ‘Crucial’ to Clear Way for DLT

Shanghai Stock Exchange sees potential for DLT in the securities market, but says the lack of a regulatory framework is a hurdle to be addressed.

Policy & regulation  ·  12 July 2018
Exchanges

BTCC to Cease China Trading as Media Warns Closures Could Continue

China-based exchange BTCC has announced it will be closing its doors to domestic trading, while Shanghai media indicates a broader crackdown.

Policy & regulation  ·  14 September 2017
Regulation

Another ICO Conference Cancels in Wake of China Ban

A second conference on blockchain-based fundraising has been cancelled following news that regulators in China have formally outlawed the use case.

Policy & regulation  ·  11 September 2017
China

10 Insurance Firms Test Blockchain for Insurance in China

A group of insurance companies has completed a new blockchain trial in China aiming to utilize the security and traceability features of the tech.

Markets  ·  7 April 2017
China

China’s Biggest Blockchain Backer Launches Startup Accelerator

The venture arm of major Chinese conglomerate Wanxiang Group has launched a new blockchain startup accelerator

Tech  ·  6 March 2017
China

In China, Two Cities Mirror Blockchain-Bitcoin Divide

A central divide in the blockchain industry is being mirrored in the startup cultures of two major cities.

Business  ·  16 October 2016
China

New Blockchain ‘Alliance’ Forms in Shanghai

A new group focused on promoting blockchain tech within the city of Shanghai’s business and technology sectors has been established.

Business  ·  15 September 2016